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Manfrotto 504 Tripod quick guide
The Manfrotto 504 tripod is the main tripod used from 2
nd
year into
post graduate study.
The C100 cameras, Panasonic 101 cameras, Blackmagic cinema
camera and the Sony FS5 camera all use this tripod.
This tutorial will go over the basics of what each part of the tripod is
and does and how to pack it properly in order to not damage it.
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- Page 1 Manfrotto 504 Tripod quick guide The Manfrotto 504 tripod is the main tripod used from 2 year into post graduate study. The C100 cameras, Panasonic 101 cameras, Blackmagic cinema camera and the Sony FS5 camera all use this tripod. This tutorial will go over the basics of what each part of the tripod is...
- Page 2 The toggle on the side unlocks the plate which can then be slid out by pressing the button on the back. Button on back The plate also slides on and off from the back. This toggle loosens the arm grip allowing you to This toggle loosens or move it to a...
- Page 3 Loosening the toggle on the arm allows you to increase or decrease the arm’s length to a more comfortable position. The 504 head has a counterbalance system, located on the side here. Shifting this toggle activates or deactivates the spring inside the head and increase the strength of the counterbalancing.
- Page 4 The 504 head uses a spring as part of the counterbalance system. Top of bag (head end) These springs are vulnerable to stretching and breaking. For this reason, tripod heads should be stored away flat and not tilted up or down.